Murugan Temples Quiz

Which deity is the main focus of worship at the Palani temple?

• Lord Shiva

• Lord Murugan

• Lord Vishnu

• Goddess Parvati

Palani is famous for which sacred hill where the temple is located?

• Arunachala Hill

• Sabarimala Hill

• Sheshachalam Hill

• Sivagiri Hill

What is the significance of the deity at Palani being called "Dhandayuthapani"?

• He holds a trident

• He holds a staff (Danda)

• He holds a bow and arrow

• He holds a conch and discus

According to legend, why did Lord Murugan go to Palani?

• To meditate

• Due to a dispute over a divine fruit

• To defeat a demon

• To establish a new kingdom

Pazhamudircholai is located near which major city in Tamil Nadu?

• Madurai

• Chennai

• Coimbatore

• Trichy

Which fruit is associated with the legend of Lord Murugan at Pazhamudircholai?

• Banana

• Mango

• Pomegranate

• Guava

Pazhamudircholai is associated with which Tamil saint's literary work?

• Thiruvalluvar

• Avvaiyar

• Andal

• Manickavasagar

What is the name of the sacred spring located near the Pazhamudircholai temple?

• Silambaru

• Cauvery

• Vaigai

• Saravana Poigai

Thiruchendur temple is located near which natural feature?

• A mountain

• A river

• The seashore

• A desert

Which demon was defeated by Lord Murugan at Thiruchendur according to legend?

• Surapadman

• Ravana

• Hiranyakashipu

• Vritra